As a man, you can....

Avoid clouding your judgment and understanding of what another person wants by using alcohol and other drugs.

Realize that forcing a woman to have sex against her will is rape, a violent crime with serious consequences.

Never be drawn into gang rapes.

Seek counseling or a support group to help you deal with feelings of violence and aggression toward women.

What are "date rape" drugs?

They are called date rape drugs because when they are slipped into someone's drink, a sexual assault can take place with the victim being unable to remember what happened.

GHB - (also known as "Liquid X", "salt water" or "scoop"). Its effects are drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, headaches, dizziness, coma and death. Its most common form is a clear liquid, although it can also be a white, grainy powder.

Alcohol - even though people don't consider this a "drug", it is the most commonly used substance to facilitate date rape.

If a date rape happens

Get help. Don't isolate yourself, don't feel guilty and don't try to ignore it. It is a crime and should be reported.

Get medical attention as soon as possible. Do not shower, wash, douche or change your clothes. Valuable evidence could be destroyed.